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Welcome to the Vienna Doctoral School of Theology and Research on Religion
Mission Statement
The Vienna Doctoral School of Theology and Research on Religion VDTR offers innovative, research‑led doctoral education in a stimulating environment shaped by interdisciplinary perspectives. “Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies” has repeatedly been ranked among the University of Vienna’s top subject areas. This recognition attests to the high quality of the education and research opportunities available to our doctoral candidates.
The VDTR trains and supports doctoral candidates who are part of a lively network spanning a broad spectrum of disciplines, including Catholic, Protestant, Orthodox and Islamic theology; religious studies; Islamic studies; Jewish studies; and philosophy of religion. Join our vibrant community and set yourself up for success in your academic career!
40 Doctoral Positions in the Social Sciences, Humanities & Cultural Studies
Did you know?
Our doctoral school is interdisciplinary, encompassing various theologies and different disciplines of research on religion.
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12Fields of Doctoral Research
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125Fellows
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29thplace for our subject, according to QSWorldRanking